Green Garlic Chutney or Hare Lehsun ki chutney is a perfect Accompaniment to Phulka, chapati or with hot steaming Bajra Bhakaris. In Marathi it is called as Hirvya Lasanicha Thecha or Lasnichya Patichi Chutney.

Aloo Kachaloo is a popular household Winter dish made in every Uttar Pradesh home. Like Matar Ki Ghugni, it is savored in breakfast or snacks in the UP belt. The dish may be popularly known by different names based on which part of UP you come from. “Dhaniya Aloo”,” Chatni wale Aloo “or even “Hare Bhare Aloo” are some of the common names. While the dish may bear fancy names but the underlying recipe remains the same-one which has originated in a UP household.

Dhaba style Aloo Matar is a popular Indian Veg preparation and an interesting variation to usual Aloo Matar gravy preparation. Aloo Matar veg gravy is a staple at my home especially during winters when Hare Matar (green peas) are available in abundance.

Bhogichi Bhaji or Khengat is a delicious vegetable preparation, a specialty of Maharashtrian cuisine that is reserved for celebrations on day prior to Makar Sankranti. It’s made with seasonal produces- fruits and vegetables sourced directly from farms and seasoned with few basic ingredients!

Matar ki Ghugni or more widely known as Hare Matar ki Ghugri is a dish that celebrates the fresh produce of Green Peas (Hare Matar). Like Nimona and Matar Ki Poori this recipe is also a common Uttar-Pradesh household recipe.

Chana Dal Ki Khichdi is a popular winter recipes that is relished throughout Uttar Pradesh with much excitement. It’s my favorite Comfort Food that I often prepare for my weekend lunches when I am in no mood of an elaborate preparation.

Hurda Bhel or Tender Jowar Bhel is a savory snack or a type of chaat that is more commonly eaten during winters (Did I not tell you it is my favorite winter recipe), as the primary ingredient Hurda (Tender Jowar) is readily available in Maharashtra during months of December-February.